The Club 55 Beach Club in Saint Tropez and What to Wear There
Here’s what to wear at Club 55 in St-Tropez with our ultimate summer 2025 packing guide — featuring effortless Riviera style, chic outfit ideas, and must-have accessories.
I’ll never forget my first time walking across Pampelonne beach toward the iconic striped awning of Club 55—footprints in sand, a gentle sea breeze, and the bright excitement that comes with finally arriving. It’s a mix of glamour and casual ease that feels unearned if you’re in heels or overdone swimwear.
This isn’t just a packing list—it’s a playbook for navigating Saint‑Tropez in peak summer days:
- How to look polished walking through sandy pathways
- What to sip while waiting for lunch by the sea
- The exact styles that belong at a luxe beach club… without trying too hard
Below, I’ve kept some of my original insights but fully updated the picks for today, including shoppable options—because a guide this good should pay for itself.
One of the most amazing places we visited while in Saint Tropez in the South of France was Club 55. This legendary restaurant with beach chairs on the beach is like a fancy Paradise Cove restaurant and beach in Malibu, California. If you have never been to the South of France, Club 55 is one of those restaurants on the beach where you can pay to rent a chair to hang out on for the day and order food. Club 55 has been around since the 1950’s and celebrities are known to frequent the restaurant in the summer. On the day we were there the paparazzi camped out in front of our chairs to wait for Gwyneth Paltrow to come off her boat from Cannes.
What to Wear at Club 55 in St-Tropez: Sand-Ready Staples & Accessory Essentials
Helen Kaminski
Kalola Foldable Raffia Hat
Club 55 does shade, but not much. This structured straw hat is chic, tied under the chin, and won’t blow away when the wind picks up.
$225
REFORMATION
Button-Front Midi Dress
Elevates a swim day in two minutes: throw
over a swimsuit, cinch with a belt, and head in for lunch without a change.
$298
JENNI KAYNE
Leather Slides Sandals
No stilts on the sand. These look refined but keep you grounded, literally and stylistically.
$395
JENNI KAYNE
Oversized Linen Shirt
Perfect cover-up for bikini-to-lunch
transitions. Britta tones
or crisp white feel chic, breathable, and beach-appropriate.
$425
What to Wear at Club 55 in St. Tropez: Swimwear & Beach Moments
MATTEAU
One piece swimsuit
Cropped enough for morning coffee by the sea, swim-ready by noon, and polished enough to pair with a linen pants post-beach.
$330
TORY BURCH
HAND-CROCHETED TOTE
Roomy enough for a towel, sunscreen,
sunglasses—and a bottle of rosé,
because why not?
$398
What to Wear in St-Tropez: Lunch at Club 55
Once you reach the airy dining tent, the scene shifts—white linens, sun-kissed skin, a table of crudités before you. Here’s what works:
ANINE BING
White Wide-Leg Linen Trousers
Lightweight, refined, and they catch the breeze perfectly while you savor corn and artichokes.
$180
JENNI KAYNE
Striped Sleeveless Top
A nod to nautical style—keeps it French Riviera without trying too hard.
$175
MONICA VINADER
Gold Hoop Earrings
Club 55 is informal, but jewelry feels right. Go simple and sculptural.
$180
Afternoon Style: From the Beach to Les Palmiers
If you’re hopping between clubs (Club 55, Les Palmiers, Verde), these pieces are crowd-pleasers:
CUPSHE
Crochet Cover-Up Kaftan
Lightweight and breezy, breathable enough to stay on all day, easy to throw on after a dip.
$34.99
J.CREW
Straw Bucket Bag
Never fussy, always chic. Good for afternoon rosé or impromptu shopping.
$139.50
J.CREW
Georgina woven sandals in faux raffia and leather
A bit more polished for leva-bags and café steps.
$138
Evening in Saint‑Tropez: Hotspot Suggestions
After a sandy day, the evening vibe shifts to apricot-sky dinners:
- Les Palmiers (sophisticated, white linens, fresh seafood)
- Senequier (classic port-side espresso and people-watching)
- Le Club 55 at sunset (drinks move from beach to lounge chairs)
Outfit tip: keep your linen trousers and add a light blazer, or a silk scarf for easy refinement.
2025 Packing List: What to wear at Club 55 St‑Tropez Edition
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Wide-Brim Straw Hat | $225 |
| Linen Shirtdress or Oversized Shirt | $425 |
| One-Piece Swimsuit | $330 |
| Hand Crocheted Tote | $398 |
| Leather Slide Sandals | $395 |
| Linen Wide-Leg Trousers | $180 |
| Sleeveless Striped Top | $175 |
| Crochet Kaftan | $34.99 |
| Straw Bucket Bag | $139.50 |
| Minimalist Leather Sandals | $138 |
We loved everything about Club 55 from the food to the gift shop. It was a great way to spend the day in Saint Tropez. Of course we ordered their Le Club 55 rose at lunch along with their classic crudite platter and artichokes.
They also have one of the best gift shops I have seen in any beach area. Their shop had totes, dresses, hats, swimsuits, sunscreen, and everything in between. We bought a few things from the shop of course.
Another shot of the shop at Club 55 along with their outdoor bar which serves smoothies and alcoholic beverages all day long.
Chic, Not Trying
St‑Tropez isn’t about dressing up—it’s about dressing the way you feel: easy, confident, polished, and perfectly positioned for a sea breeze.
Remember: the best seats at Club 55 come with sand in your toes—not heels.
Book that table early (you’ll want to request it in writing), wear linen that wrinkles, not crinkles, and bring what fits the vibe: effortless luxury, but no fuss.
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